| name | mem-search |
| description | Search persistent memory from past sessions. Use when recalling prior decisions, code patterns, or context from previous work. |
Memory Search
Source: claude-mem plugin (thedotmack, v12.1.6)
Prerequisites
Worker must be running: npx claude-mem start
View UI: http://localhost:37777
Search commands
/mem-search [query] — natural language search
/timeline — chronological view around specific observations
/smart-explore [topic] — token-optimized structural search
MCP tools (auto-available when worker running)
search — full-text with type/date/project filters
timeline — context around observation IDs
get_observations — full details by ID
What gets captured automatically
- Files edited
- Commands run
- Decisions made
- Errors encountered + fixes
- Feature implementations
Restart worker after reboot
npx claude-mem start